Bears vs. Browns 12/17/23 – As the NFL season heads into its 15th week, the Chicago Bears, with a 5-8 record, prepare to face the Cleveland Browns, who boast an 8-5 standing. This matchup, set for Sunday, December 17, 2023, is stirring considerable interest among fans and bettors alike, with best betting websites keenly adjusting their odds in anticipation. The game, scheduled for a 1:00 PM ET kickoff at Cleveland Browns Stadium, will be televised on FOX, ensuring a wide audience for what promises to be an intriguing clash.
Bears vs. Browns 12/17/23
| When: | Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 1:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Cleveland Browns Stadium |
| TV: | FOX |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Bears | +3 -115 | o38.5 -105 | +130 |  |
| Browns | -3 -105 | u38.5 -115 | -150 | |
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Justin Fields QB vs. Deshaun Watson QB
Justin Fields has shown remarkable resilience this season for the Chicago Bears quarterback position. In 9 games he completed 162 out of 255 passing attempts for a 63.5 percent completion rate; maintaining a 91.8 passer rating even while being sacked 32 times speaks to his adaptability and toughness under pressure. With 13 touchdowns and 1810 yards passed along thus far this season, Fields could prove essential against Cleveland.
Deshaun Watson of the Cleveland Browns has also maintained a consistent performance throughout six games this season, posting a 61.4% completion rate, seven touchdown passes, 1115 passing yards and an 84.3 passer rating; all while being sacked 17 times. Compared with Fields however, Watson prefers an efficient yet less aggressive passing game style.
Chicago Bears Ground and Pound Offense
D’Onta Foreman and DJ Moore provide the Bears with a formidable two-pronged offense. Foreman excels at running, amassing 431 yards in eight games at an average 4.2 yards per attempt while scoring four touchdowns rushing. DJ Moore has become Fields’ go-to target since joining the Bears, collecting 1071 receiving yards and seven touchdowns over 13 games; Moore boasts 14.1 yards per reception highlighting his big play potential against Browns opponents.
Cleveland Browns Balanced Attack
Jerome Ford for the Browns has emulated Foreman’s success on the ground. Over 13 games, Ford has amassed 698 yards at an average 4.2 yards per carry while scoring three touchdowns – providing a solid foundation for their offense. Amari Cooper is also an invaluable target of Watson; having amassed 876 yards and two touchdowns on 57 receptions (an average 15.4 yard catch average), his 15.4 average indicates his ability to break big plays that will be important against Bears defense.
NFL Betting Odds: Cleveland Browns -156, Over/Under: 37.5
Current betting odds favor the Cleveland Browns, with a moneyline of -156 and a -3.5 point spread. The over/under for the game is set at 37.5, reflecting expectations of a relatively low-scoring affair. This aligns with both teams’ recent trends, where games have frequently gone under the total points line.
Trends
Bears Betting Trends
Chicago are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Chicago’s last 6 games.
Chicago are 5-15 SU in their last 20 games.
Chicago are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games against Cleveland.
Bears are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games against Cleveland.
Chicago are 2-9 SU in their last 11 games on the road.
Browns Betting Trends
Cleveland are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Cleveland’s last 5 games.
Cleveland are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Cleveland’s last 5 games against Chicago.
Cleveland are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games at home.
The total has gone UNDER in 11 of Cleveland’s last 16 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference conference.
Bears vs. Browns Betting Picks
Considering the statistics and recent performances, this game appears to be a tightly contested affair. The Bears have the offensive weapons to challenge the Browns, especially with Fields and Moore’s connection. However, the Browns’ balanced attack and strong home record make them slight favorites.
When picking the latest NFL free picks lean towards the Browns’ consistency and home advantage should be weighed against the Bears’ ability to cover the spread. For prop bets, focusing on individual player performances, especially the quarterbacks and primary receivers, might offer value. The total points line suggests a defensive battle, so the under might be a safer bet.
Score Prediction: Browns 24, Bears 17
